CONNECTICUT Statewide Career & Technical Education ASSESSMENT

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1 CONNECTICUT Statewide Career & Technical Education ASSESSMENT State Department of Education Academic Office 165 Capital Avenue - Room 205 Hartford, Connecticut Animal Science ACCOUNTING Sample Items by 2015 Performance Standards and Competencies State Standards

2 Animal Science Performance Animal Science: Understand the concepts and skills necessary related to animal science technology. Identify the following breeds of dogs: Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier, Beagle, Boxer, Poodle, Rottweiler, Greyhound, Dachshund, Bulldog, and Doberman Pinscher. Reading Standard 2: Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts, processes, or information presented in a text by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate terms. Readability Average: 10.8 This breed of dog originated in Germany in the fifteenth century and was used for hunting badgers. Question 1 Readability Average: 11.5 Question 2 A. Labrador Retriever B. Dachshund C. Greyhound D. Beagle Identify the following breeds of equine: Appaloosa, Arabian, Quarter Horse, Morgan, Thoroughbred, Saddlebred, Paint, Belgian, Clydesdale, Percheron, Friesian, Hackney, Haflinger, Shetland, Hanoverian, and Andalusian. Reading Standard 10: Read and comprehend science/technical texts in grades 11-CCR (college career readiness) text complexity band independently and proficiently. What breed of horse, developed in Virginia, Maryland, and the Carolinas, is known for speed over short distances? A. Appaloosa B. Saddlebred C. Quarter Horse D. Morgan 1

3 Readability Average: 11.5 Question 3 Evaluate preventive measures for controlling and limiting the spread of common diseases, and common parasites among companion and domestic animals, including vaccination, sanitation, observation, isolation, waste disposal, proper handling, protective clothing, and hand washing. Reading Standard 4: Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades texts and topics. An ELISA test measures the amount of antigen or antibody in the to determine the titers of disease. A. urine B. lymph C. blood D. brain Determine the most cost effective diet using feeding guidelines and the price per pound of more than one feed. Reading Standard 3: Follow precisely a complex multistep procedure when carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks; analyze the specific results based on explanations in the text. Readability Average: 11.3 What label item is used to calculate whether a 22-ounce can of Pedigree dog food is more economical than an 8-ounce cup of Pedigree dry feed? Question 4 A. Cost by Feeding Analysis B. Dry Weight Analysis C. Maintenance Energy Requirements D. Resting Energy Requirements Interpret domestic livestock and companion animal behaviors and outline safety procedures for working with those species. Reading Standard 6: Analyze the author s purpose in providing an explanation, describing a procedure, or discussing an experiment in a text, identifying important issues that remain unresolved. Readability Average: 10.1 When approaching a horse safely, and to avoid being struck by the horse's front feet, the handler should Question 5 A. walk directly in front of the horse B. walk up quietly from behind the horse C. walk towards the horse at a 45-degree angle D. walk towards the horse at a 90-degree angle 2

4 Explain genetic inheritance in domestic livestock and companion animals. Reading Standard 9: Synthesize information from a range of sources (e.g., tests, experiments, simulations) into a coherent understanding of a process, phenomenon, or concept, resolving conflicting information when possible. Math Standard 4: Apply the mathematics learned to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. Readability Average: 12.0 When breeding Black and Tan Irish Terriers, black and tan coloration is dominant to black and white coloration. If two Black and Tan Irish Terriers bred together produced a litter of five offspring, two of which are black and white, what is the genotype of the black and white puppies? Question 6 Readability Average: 14.7 Question 7 A. BB B. Bb C. bb D. bb Describe the locations and functions of domestic livestock and companion animal organs and their systems, including respiratory, circulatory, reproductive, endocrine, urinary, and digestive. Reading Standard 2: Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts, processes, or information presented in a text by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate terms. The thyroid gland is the only gland that produces three hormones, thyroxine, triiodothyronine, and A. angiotensin B. aldosterone C. rennin D. calcitonin 3

5 Performance Safety with Agricultural Chemicals: Understand the concepts and procedures for handling, usage, and storage of agricultural chemicals. Identify the following from the label of an agricultural chemical container: appropriate use, warning signs, signal words, precautionary statements, EPA Registration Number, directions for use, storage, and disposal. Reading Standard 4: Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context relevant to grades texts and topics. Readability Average: 11.6 If a chemical label says, the chemical is moderately toxic. Question 8 Performance Readability Average: 11.9 Question 9 A. warning B. caution C. danger D. poison Career Exploration and Development: Understand the diversity of careers related to the agricultural industry and strategies to acquire and advance in an agricultural career. Identify 21st century skills required for all careers in agriculture. Reading Standard 10: Read and comprehend science/technical texts in grades 11-CCR (college career readiness) text complexity band independently and proficiently. A summary of a person s education, work experience, and other qualifications for a job is called a A. cover letter B. resumé C. references D. career portfolio Identify 21st century skills required for all careers in agriculture. Math Standard 7: Examine mathematical problems to discern a pattern or structure. Readability Average: 10.0 Calculate the amount of interest accumulated on a $1,450 loan with 15 percent for 180 days, figured on the basis of 360 days to the year. Question 10 A. $ B. $ C. $1, D. $1,

6 Performance Readability Average: 12.7 Question 11 Leadership, Personal Growth, and Career Success: Understand the concepts, strategies, and tools needed, which contribute to premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through the participation in FFA. Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. Reading Standard 8: Evaluate the hypotheses, data, analysis, and conclusions in a science or technical text, verifying the data when possible and corroborating or challenging conclusions with other sources of information. If the gavel is tapped, according to parliamentary procedure, the FFA Chapter meeting is adjourned. A. once B. twice C. three times D. sharply, several times 5

7 Answer Key for Sample Items 1 B 7 D 2 C 8 A 3 C 9 B 4 B 10 A 5 C 11 A 6 D 6

8 CONNECTICUT Statewide Career & Technical Education ASSESSMENT State Department of Education Academic Office 165 Capital Avenue - Room Hartford, Connecticut

9 Number ANIMAL SCIENCE COMPETENCY ANALYSIS Statewide Average Competencies by Highest Performing 20 Explain the purpose and types of Supervised Agriculture Experience programs (SAE). 85 Identify the following breeds of dogs: Labrador Retriever, Golden 1 Retriever, German Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier, Beagle, Boxer, Poodle, 84 Rottweiler, Greyhound, Dachshund, Bulldog, and Doberman Pinscher. Identify the following breeds of domestic livestock used for beef: 8 Angus, Hereford, Charolais, Simmental, Belted Galloways, Scotch 82 Highlanders, and Texas Longhorns. Recognize illnesses and disorders based on symptoms and problems 14 caused by disease, parasites, and disorders among companion, lab 82 and/or domestic animals. Identify the following breeds of cats: Maine Coon, Bengal, Russian Blue, 2 Abyssinian, Ragdoll, American Shorthair, Siamese, Manx, Persian, and 79 Himalayan. 18 Interpret domestic livestock and companion animal behaviors and outline safety procedures for working with those species. 78 Identify the following from a Safety Data Sheets (SDS): first aid 17 measures, firefighting measures, handling and storage, and personal 77 protection equipment (PPE). 5 Identify the following breeds of birds: Cockatiel, Cockatoos, Parakeets, African Grey, and Blue and Gold Macaw Exhibit the skills needed to lead a meeting or activity that engages all participants in the process Explain the purpose of using parliamentary procedure in FFA meetings. 73 Identify the following breeds of reptiles and amphibians: Bearded 6 Dragons, Iguana, Chameleon, Gecko, Boa Constrictor, Corn Snake, Red 72 Ear Slider, Box Turtle, Tree Frog, and Toad Evaluate preventive measures for controlling and limiting the spread of common diseases, and common parasites among companion and domestic animals, including vaccination, sanitation, observation, isolation, waste disposal, proper handling, protective clothing, and hand washing. Identify the following breeds of domestic livestock used for dairy: Holstein-Friesian, Jersey, Guernsey, Brown Swiss, Ayrshire, and Milking Shorthorn. Identify FFA opportunities, including individual and chapter awards, career development events, leadership skills development, and FFA service engagement. Explain genetic inheritance in domestic livestock and companion animals

10 21 Identify the uses, advantages, and disadvantages of natural breeding and artificial insemination Determine the most cost effective diet using feeding guidelines and the price per pound of more than one feed Identify the following breeds of pocket pets: Sugar Glider, Gerbil, Hamster, Guinea Pig, Ferret, Chinchilla, white mice, and rats Identify the following from the label of an agricultural chemical container: appropriate use, warning signs, signal words, precautionary statements, EPA Registration Number, directions for use, storage, and 63 disposal. 4 Identify the following breeds of rabbits: Netherland Dwarf, Dutch, Flemish Giant, French Lop, American Chinchilla, Holland Lop, Satin, 59 English Angora, Mini Rex, and Himalayan. 19 Demonstrate the essential skills that are part of a job search, including preparing the cover letter, resume, application, and participating in the 58 interview process. 19 Explain the importance of bio-security in relation to domestic livestock and companion animals Describe the locations and functions of domestic livestock and companion animal organs and their systems, including respiratory, 56 circulatory, reproductive, endocrine, urinary, and digestive. 24 Identify facilities needed to house and manage domestic livestock and companion animals safely and efficiently Identify the following breeds of equine: Appaloosa, Arabian, Quarter Horse, Morgan, Thoroughbred, Saddlebred, Paint, Belgian, Clydesdale, Percheron, Friesian, Hackney, Haflinger, Shetland, Hanoverian, and 54 Andalusian. 10 Identify the following breeds of goats: Toggenburg, Alpine, Nubian, Angora, Boer, Pygmy, and Saanens Identify the following breeds of swine: Yorkshire, Hampshire, Berkshire, Duroc, American Landrace, Potbellied, and Hereford Compare and contrast animal welfare in relation to domestic livestock and companion animals Explain the feed ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and feeding guideline components of a feed label/tag Identify 21st century skills required for all careers in agriculture Identify and explain the function of the six nutrients required for life Identify the following breeds of sheep: Dorset, South Downs, Cheviot, Romney, Suffolks, Merino, and Hampshires Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. 34 2

11 Performance Standard Standard Practice Question 1 Question 2 Question 3 Question 4 Animal Science: Understand the concepts and skills necessary related to animal science technology. Identify the following breeds of pocket pets: Sugar Glider, Gerbil, Hamster, Guinea Pig, Ferret, Chinchilla, white mice, and rats. Reading Standard 2: Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts, processes, or information presented in a text by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate terms. Which of the following is the breed of guinea pig with long, straight hair? A. Peruvian B. Teddy C. English D. Abyssinian Identify the following breeds of equine: Appaloosa, Arabian, Quarter Horse, Morgan, Thoroughbred, Saddlebred, Paint, Belgian, Clydesdale, Percheron, Friesian, Hackney, Haflinger, Shetland, Hanoverian, and Andalusian. A popular breed of horse noted for its spotted coat pattern and association with the Nez Perce tribe in the western United States is the A. Appaloosa B. Quarter Horse C. Saddlebred D. Morgan Identify and explain the function of the six nutrients required for life. When the energy content of fat is compared to the energy content of other nutrients such as protein, A. fat contains the most energy per unit B. fat contains the least energy per unit C. fat contains a similar amount of energy per unit D. fat contains a very small amount of energy per nutrient Compare and contrast animal welfare in relation to domestic livestock and companion animals. The Animal Welfare Act extends to the care of pets at licensed veterinary facilities and to A. the care of pets by private owners B. humane hunting and fishing practices C. humane housing of livestock animals D. the care of research animals 3

12 Standard Practice Identify facilities needed to house and manage domestic livestock and companion animals safely and efficiently. Math Standard 8: Determine if calculations are repeated, and look both for general methods and for shortcuts. Using the figures on the chart, which size pole barn is the most expensive to build from the standpoint of cost per square foot? Question 5 Performance Standard Standard Practice Question 6 A. 24 X 32 X 10 B. 24 X 40 X10 C. 30 X 40 X 10 D. 30 X 48 X 10 Career Exploration and Development: Understand the diversity of careers related to the agricultural industry and strategies to acquire and advance in an agricultural career. Identify 21st century skills required for all careers in agriculture. Math Standard 1: Explain the meaning of a problem and look for entry points to its solution. An employee obtained a loan for a piece of agriculture equipment. The employee borrowed $1,200 for 90 days, figured on the basis of 360 days to the year. What was the percent annual interest rate for the loan if the payments are $36.00 per month? A. 2 percent B. 8 percent C. 12 percent D. 20 percent 4

13 Standard Practice Identify 21st century skills required for all careers in agriculture. Math Standard 5: Consider the available tools when solving a mathematical problem. The worksheet below shows the revenue a tractor repair shop obtained during the past month for a partial list of the jobs that were completed. Based on the information in the table, what function would provide the owner with the correct total amount that was earned on all jobs? Question 7 Question 8 A. =sum(b2:b5) B. =sum (C2:C5) C. =sum(d2:d5) D. =sum(c2:d5) Demonstrate the essential skills that are part of a job search, including preparing the cover letter, resume, application, and participating in the interview process. Which document is taken to a formal interview and contains work history and qualifications? A. cover letter B. resumé C. references D. work permit 5

14 Standard Practice Question 9 Standard Practice Demonstrate the essential skills that are part of a job search, including preparing the cover letter, resume, application, and participating in the interview process. Reading Standard 2: Determine the central ideas or conclusions of a text; summarize complex concepts, processes, or information presented in a text by paraphrasing them in simpler but still accurate terms. During an interview Brian is asked, Describe a time when you worked successfully as a member of a team. Brain responded that he has worked successfully as a team member so many times that no particular instance stands out. Which answer would have been better? A. List the names of the work teams on which she has been a member and stress that all of these teams have been successful. B. Say that she enjoys teamwork such as group problem solving, but also works well independently C. Tell a success story about a group project, how she contributed, and what the results were. D. Explain that she hasn t worked as part of a team but hopes to work on a team in the future. Demonstrate the essential skills that are part of a job search, including preparing the cover letter, resume, application, and participating in the interview process. Math Standard 4: Apply the mathematics learned to solve problems arising in everyday life, society, and the workplace. Researchers in a metropolitan area published data on the median earnings of workers in the agricultural industry. According to the figures below, what occupation pays is closest to the weighted average of the hourly wages for all of the occupations listed? Question 10 A. Nursery Manager B. Soil Conservationist C. Farm Equipment Service Tech D. Hatchery Technician 6

15 Standard Practice Demonstrate the essential skills that are part of a job search, including preparing the cover letter, resume, application, and participating in the interview process. Math Standard 8: Determine if calculations are repeated, and look both for general methods and for shortcuts. An individual compared the benefit packages of two jobs. The individual found that Job 1 pays about $1,300 more per year than Job 2. What is the main reason for this difference? Question 11 Performance Standard Question 12 Question 13 A. Job 1 pays more per hour than Job 2 B. The medical insurance for Job 1 is half the cost of the insurance for Job 2 C. More overtime is available for Job 1 D. Job 1 has a shorter work week Leadership, Personal Growth, and Career Success: Understand the concepts, strategies, and tools needed, which contribute to premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through the participation in FFA. Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. When a majority of the members vote yes on a main motion, the motion is A. failed B. passed C. tabled D. amended Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. When the president taps the gavel two times at an FFA Chapter meeting, the members should A. stand up B. sit down C. pay attention D. stop debate 7

16 Question 14 Standard Practice Question 15 Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. A member requests a division when A. a runoff election is necessary B. the result of a vote is uncertain C. a secret ballot is requested D. the vote is not heard Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary procedures such as use of the gavel, making and amending main motions, debating, and voting. Math Standard 3: Interpret and use stated assumptions, definitions, and previously established results in constructing arguments. Of 25 members present at a meeting, 17 voted for the motion, 0 voted against the motion, and 0 abstained from voting. What is the next step in the debate? A. debate continues for 5 minutes B. debate continues for the next 5 members C. debate is redirected D. debate ends 8

17 Answer Key for Sample Items 1 A 6 C 11 C 2 A 7 C 12 B 3 A 8 B 13 C 4 D 9 C 14 B 5 A 10 D 15 D 9